This is the best beginner coding language, according to the top schools in the country

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There are many reasons you should think about learning to code in 2016. Jobs in coding are still rising at an amazing clip; there's work to be had if you are looking for a career switch, or if you already work in tech in some capacity, chances are a basic knowledge of a coding language could help you raise your profile within the ranks of your company.

And recently in the coding world there has been a bit of an upheaval; where Java was long considered the de facto first language to learn when starting off, now Python is widely touted as the best introduction to the field, with 8 of the top 10 computer science departments in the country now using the language in their introductory courses. People cite the language's readability as the reason why Python is so great for beginners, as it reads in a similar manner to English in terms of structure and syntax.

If you think you might want to dive into coding, but you don't have the advantage of taking classes at one of the top 10 computer science departments in the country, StackSocial is currently offering a bundle of six Python courses in a deal that could be perfect for you.

The bundle covers all the basics of Python you'll need to understand to kick-start your career in the industry. You'll start off with basic introductory courses meant to familiarize students with the language — learning what it is used for and what it is capable of accomplishing. From there, you'll be able to learn more specific skills regarding the code, including using Python for penetration testing, app development, and analytics.

Purchasing these six courses individually would cost you over $1,000, but through this bundle deal, you can get all six together for just $39. For anyone who's been looking to enter into the world of coding, this is a great place to start.

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